Asia Regional Tax Director

Newbridge; Singapore; On-site; SGD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Newbridge is seeking a senior tax professional to own the Asia tax footprint and lead a regional team. You will set the regional tax direction, partner with senior stakeholders on business decisions, and drive compliance, efficiency, and defensibility across markets including China, Singapore, India, and Southeast Asia.

You will own transfer pricing and global reporting, monitor tax developments, and turn regulatory changes into business opportunities, while maintaining strong external advisor

Qualifications

• University qualification in accounting, taxation, law, economics, or similar.
• 8+ years in tax within an international environment, with about 5 years at a Big 4 firm.
• Deep, hands-on experience with cross-border tax and structuring in Asia.
• Strong transfer pricing knowledge and application.
• Excellent relationship skills with finance, business leaders, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax strategy for the Asia region and shape governance for markets across Asia.
• Advise on entering new markets, acquisitions, or divestitures with clear commercial recommendations.
• Oversee day-to-day tax health of Asian entities, including filings and incentive tracking.
• Own transfer pricing and global reporting, ensuring intercompany arrangements are compliant and well-documented.
• Monitor tax developments across Asia and translate changes into business opportunities and risk mitigation.
• Manage a regional team (two people) with effective leadership and collaboration.

Skills

Cross-border tax

Transfer pricing

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Relationship building

Education

Degree in accounting/taxation/law/economics

Job description

Newbridge is seeking a senior tax professional to own the Asia tax footprint and lead a regional team. You will set the regional tax direction, partner with senior stakeholders on business decisions, and drive compliance, efficiency, and defensibility across markets including China, Singapore, India, and Southeast Asia.

You will own transfer pricing and global reporting, monitor tax developments, and turn regulatory changes into business opportunities, while maintaining strong external advisor